Addictions Counselor

Wyoming Valley Behavioral Health • Kingston, PA

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About The Position

Wyoming Valley Behavioral Health is seeking a full-time Addictions Counselor. The Counselor provides psychoeducational lectures, workshops, and activities focused on addiction and recovery, and facilitates group therapy and individual counseling. The role includes assessing clients’ substance use concerns and related challenges, creating personalized treatment plans, and monitoring progress.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field.
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor certification is required.
• At least two years of experience in addiction counseling, psychoeducation, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of DDAP-approved ASAM training, such as Train for Change, The Change Companies, or ASAM E-Learning Modules.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver psychoeducational lectures and workshops on addiction, recovery, coping strategies, and related topics.
• Create and implement activities that improve patients’ understanding of addiction and promote recovery.
• Lead group therapy sessions to support and guide individuals with substance use disorders.
• Conduct individual counseling sessions to assess client needs, develop personalized treatment plans, and monitor progress.
• Perform comprehensive assessments to identify clients’ substance use issues and related challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan.
• Flexible daily pay.
• Dental, health, vision, and disability insurance options.
• Wellness program access.
• Career and educational development opportunities.
• Onboarding and professional development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level